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Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone.

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Events team as an Event Planning Manager (Full-Time) at Hyatt Regency Houston‑Downtown located in Houston, TX. Not only will you be part of a rock‑star team, but you’ll get to be part of a company that has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®” by Fortune and Great Place To Work. Hyatt has earned a spot on this prestigious list for 12 consecutive years, making it one of the longest‑ranked hospitality brands.

The Event Planning Manager’s primary focus is preparing all event documentation and coordinating with sales, property departments and customers to ensure consistent, high‑level service throughout the pre‑event, event and post‑event phases of property events. This position acts as the liaison between meeting planners and the hotel staff.

Responsibilities include: administering sales agreement, detailing all food, beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick‑up, billing instructions and final review. Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by up‑selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events.

Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. We are committed to helping colleagues learn and grow in their careers. Our leaders provide on‑the‑job training and help colleagues develop skills that are key for personal and professional success.

Hyatt has a very competitive benefit package for colleagues, which may include:

Complimentary hotel room nights at Hyatt hotels worldwide

Unlimited colleague and friends & family discounted room rates at Hyatt hotels worldwide

Bereavement and jury duty pay

Vacation, sick, and new child leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance, discounted prescriptions, life/disability insurance and flexible spending account

Retirement savings plan option (401K) with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Complimentary employee mealsCompetitive wages

Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast‑paced environment

Refined verbal and written communication skills

A minimum of 2 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred

Must be proficient in general computer knowledge

Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast‑paced environment

Event management trainee program completion is preferred

Preferred candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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